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Puppy Miraculously Survives Deadly Semi Truck Collision

In Greene County Ohio, a puppy miraculously survived a deadly crash. The puppy named Peterbilt, was riding with his owner, 36-year-old Robert Major, who was driving a semi truck. Another semi was pulling off the highway to check a flat tire, but Major didn’t notice it and ran onto the back of the semi truck at full speed. Major had coiled steel on the back of the trailer, and when the crash happened, it slid forward to the back of … Read more

Service Dogs Take Their Disabled Teens To Prom

Two high school seniors with disabilities, Delaney Johnson and Nick Ackerman, thought they’d never go to prom but their service dogs had other plans. Johnson suffers from a condition called narcolepsy with cataplexy and has debilitating episodes up to 20 times daily. Her Dutch Shepherd service dog, Griffin, distracts her from the anxiety that causes her attacks and keeps her functional throughout the day. Ackerman was born missing his upper and lower arms and is accompanied by Troy, his German Shepherd … Read more

These Two Dogs Have Adopted A Barnyard Of Animals As Their Own

While there are some dogs who love to chase every moving creature they see, there are dogs who are just super sweet and cuddly towards other animals. Just like the two beautiful dogs in the video below! Everyone, meet Duchess and Pharaoh! Duchess and Pharaoh are two Komondor dogs who have become the lovable guardians of the farm animals at Denmans Critters Hobby Farm. These two sweet dogs have become the parents and protectors of baby farm animals, from baby … Read more

This Dog Goes Out Of His Way To Help A Friend Out Of The Car

It’s so adorable how dogs help each other. When one of them is in need of help, another member of the pack helps them out. Just like that cute video of a dog named Baxter who helps out his friend get ready to go to the dog park by picking up his leash. The dog in the video below is just as helpful. He and his buddy is riding at the back of the car. And when they arrived at … Read more

See That Door? A Dog This Man Lost 8 Years Ago Is About To Walk Through It! [AMAZING]

After losing his dog for 8 years, it seemed impossible that Joshua Edwards would ever see his dog again. Joshua’s young Rottweiler named Duke was in the yard, but when they came back to the yard, the dog was gone. Immediately after Duke went missing, Joshua was adamant in finding him. But it all seemed hopeless, and Joshua had given up on finding him. But on May 15, 2015, Joshua got a call from a pet chip company, saying they … Read more

GONE VIRAL: Man Has Stroke & His Dog Follows The Ambulance To The Hospital. You’ll NEVER Guess The Ending!

The loyalty of a dog has no bounds. Although this next clip is a cleverly made PSA, you’re sure to agree with the message it sends about our canine companions. The video portrays a long and loving relationship between and elderly man and his dog. One evening, the man reaches for his head, as if he’s suffering from a stroke. Next we see him inside an ambulance with his dog in hot pursuit. Just as he’s wheeled into the ER, … Read more

This Dog Loves The Sun So Much That He Makes Sure He Is Always Lounging In It

  Mr. Fry is a saluki mis that was rescued by Arizona Greyhound Rescue (AGR). The idea for the non-profit came about in 1992 when Joan and Steve Randles  were looking to adopt a few greyhounds from the Tucson Greyhound Park, but there was no program in place to allow the dogs to adopted after they had retired form racing. While they were able to finally get a few of the dogs, the Randles felt more could be down. Two … Read more

Man Reunited With His Missing Dog After Long 8 Years -Wait Till You See The Dog’s Reaction!

After losing his dog for 8 years, it seemed impossible that Joshua Edwards would ever see his dog again. Joshua’s young Rottweiler named Duke was in the yard, but when they came back to the yard, the dog was gone. Immediately after Duke went missing, Joshua was adamant in finding him. But it all seemed hopeless, and Joshua had given up on finding him. But on May 15, 2015, Joshua got a call from a pet chip company, saying they … Read more

12 Dog Breeds With Unique Coats

Most people are familiar with the basic dog coats – long and short. But did you know some dogs have curly coats? Wavy coats? What about the dogs with cords or hair that never stops growing? Here we’ll take a peek at some of the breeds with the most unique coats we’ve ever seen! #1 – Bergamasco The Bergamasco is an Italian herding dog known for its long matted coat. They have an oily undercoat, a mid-layer of dense goat-like … Read more

How Excited This Dog Gets About The Dog Park Is The Best Thing We’ve Seen All Day

This video is hilarious! We can totally see how it was one of America’s Funniest Home Videos winners and we can’t stop watching it! Everyone knows that dogs can be vocal and we know even more that our dogs love going to the park. But have you ever seen a dog this excited? He’s so happy he can’t stop talking about it to his owner! This adorable Lab has come up with his own language, or maybe even a song, … Read more

8 Reasons Your Dog May Be Limping

Limping, or the inability to bear weight on a limb, is a fairly common problem in dogs. Although limping is typically always the result of some type of pain and it can happen in any leg or multiple legs at one time, depending on the cause of the pain. Here we’ll go over some reasons you may find your dog or puppy limping. #1 – Torn Pad Torn paw pads are one of the most common reasons dogs may be … Read more

The Daring Rescue Of This Dog From A Dangerous Mudslide Is Nothing Short Of Incredible

When a natural disaster occurs, the results are unpredictable and many times horrific. It’s absolutely heartbreaking to hear about these tragedies, and it often feels like, as outsiders, we are helpless. A recent mudslide in Salgar, Colombia left more than 80 people dead. In the aftermath of that devastation, community members made an amazing rescue. A dog trapped in a wildly overflowing river was pulled out by brave police officers, who later administered CPR on the scared boy. Such an … Read more

Rescued Puppy Gets Special Boots To Walk Like A Normal Dog

Francine is a 4-month-old puppy. And just like any other puppy, she’s adorable and very playful. But what sets her apart from other pups is that she always has to wear a boot, especially when she goes out. Francine and her other siblings arrived at the San Antonio Humane society, all healthy and ready for adoption. But Francine had her left back paw severely damaged. She lost some of her toes and the pad of the paw. When this happens … Read more

Teen Helps Local Rescue Save Dog That’s Living In Abandoned House

This story is proof that age has nothing to do with making a difference. Armand and Mikey are kids in a Detroit neighborhood that help the Detroit Pit Crew Dog Rescue  by calling them when they see a stray or if someone abandons a puppy. In a rough neighborhood and the kids are often not in school, but as one of the rescue workers points out, they could be doing worse things than helping them rescue dogs. On this trip, … Read more

Tiny Dogs With BIG Dog Personalities

Never underestimate a small dog! They may be small in size, but their attitudes and their personalities are bigger than you think. In fact, they’re even more bold and fearless than some giant dogs. Big dogs are even scared of them! Just like that video we featured where a gigantic Great Dane is scared of a tiny Chihuahua! In the video below, you will see more of these fun and feisty tiny dogs with big personalities! America’s Funniest Videos put … Read more

17 Adorably Awkward Mutt Breeds

We love mutts and we cannot lie…but these 17 mixed breed pups are especially cute. Many of these adorable guys are adoptable too, so be sure to share and help them find homes! (Number 6 is my favorite, which one is yours?) #1 – Puggle (Pug x Beagle) #2 – Chiweenie (Chihuahua x Dachshund) #3 – Sporgi (Spaniel x Corgi) ADOPTABLE! #4 – Corgibull (Corgi x Pit Bull Terrier) ADOPTABLE!  #5 – Golden Retriever x Cocker Spaniel ADOPTABLE!  #6 – Terrierpoo (Poodle x Terrier) ADOPTABLE!  #7 – Chusky … Read more

Organization Matches Outdoor Dogs with Those Who Love To Be Active

In their effort to Save Them ALL, Ruffwear, the leading manufacturer of high performance dog gear, has announced a two-year partnership, including financial and inkind product, as well as adoption promotions, with Best Friends Animal Society, the only national animal welfare organization dedicated exclusively to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters. The Ruff Adventure Dog (RAD) program matches high energy, adventurous canines with humans than can keep up. If you are looking for agility partner, hiking … Read more

Dog Found Alive In Dead Owner’s Arms After Devastating Tornado

Parts of the United States have suffered disastrous tornados with many unlucky to make it out alive. One of these terrifying tornados hit Van, Texas on May 10th, destroying nearly everything in its path, including the home of resident David Tapley. Unfortunately, neighbors realized Tapley and his wife had never emerged from their home before or after the disaster and they went searching for the couple. A 14-year-old Emmanuel Vasquez would never forget his discovery and neither would his father, … Read more

Dog Had One Week To Live…Then Life Changed FOREVER For Him And His Military Owner

The bond between a dog and its person truly has the ability to change lives…and sometimes save them. American Humane received a nomination for their ‘Hero Dog Of The Year’ award, and it’s a story worth sharing. Captain Jason Haag returned home after two military deployments overseas, and adjusting again to civilian life proved to be more of a challenge than the Purple Heart recipient had anticipated. The Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Haag was faced with challenged him more than … Read more

Someone Made a Video Entirely of Puppies Shaking Off Water, and It’s Totally Epic!

Are you looking for something to get rid of those Monday blues? Well look no further! We’ve got something to chase those Monday blues away! And this video has the best anti-depressant ever–PUPPIES! This video of puppies shaking off water is based on a book named “Shake Puppies” by Carli Davidson. Carli Davidson is the incredibly talented, award-winning photographer who showed the world epic photographs of dogs shaking off water! Shake Puppies is a book with 130 page of cuteness … Read more

Adorable Bulldog Plays A Good Game Of Peek-A-Boo

Every dog has it’s own unique personality and Benny the Bulldog does not fall short of being funny. In this adorable video, we see him hiding behind a table to play a good game of peek-a-boo with his owner! This silly pooch helps make one of the funniest videos we’ve seen in a while and shows just how in touch with humans dogs really are. Not only can we teach dogs all sorts of behaviors and tricks, we can definitely … Read more

Dog Vs. Tater Tot…AKA The Funniest Battle You’ve Ever Seen

Dogs are as sneaky as they are cute…which often means they can get away with a lot! Though every pup has his or her own unique personality and preferences, there does tend to be a universal vice among them: food! Specifically, treats they’ve been told they can’t have, or food that’s out of reach. Some dogs are bolder than others, of course, going to great lengths to see that their coveted snacks arrive safely in their bellies! Argus, the dog … Read more

Sadie The Golden Retriever Protects Her Family From An Intruder

When people hear the word ‘guard dog’, most would think of a Doberman or a German Shepherd–a breed that is commonly used as guard dogs who look menacing and fearless. But when it comes to Golden Retrievers, people would say they are a sweet, loving, and very friendly dog. But a Golden Retriever has proven to everyone that even with her sweet nature, she is still capable of protecting her beloved family. Everyone, meet Sadie–the Golden Retriever who protected her … Read more

This Puppy Was Abandoned with a Bag of Food In a Dumpster. Watch This Cop Save Her Life!

We dog lovers will never understand why and how people could just simply abandon their dogs; especially when it’s a poor defenseless puppy. Those who do such a thing should be held responsible for their actions. That is why the Martin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating who abandoned a puppy in a dumpster near the Jensen Beach Causeway. A police officer heard cries coming from the dumpster. And what she discovered, broke her heart. It was a tiny 4-week-old puppy. … Read more

Starving Pitbull Mother Leads Them To A Locked House…What They Find Will Move You To Tears

An emaciated Pitbull mama was seen wandering the streets of New Orleans, obviously in need of help. After receiving a call about the struggling dog, volunteers from the Villalobos rescue team set out to locate her. Soon it was clear that this roaming pup had very recently given birth and was likely nursing. As soon as this desperate mama dog realized the team of volunteers was there to help her, she became ecstatic. Running over with her tail wagging, the … Read more

They Think Their Basset Hounds Are Sleeping But Boy Were They Wrong!

Is your dog a howler? There are a number of dog breeds who are known for their howling. And the adorable, easygoing, short-legged, and sleepy-looking Basset Hound is one of them. In the video below, you will see two Basset Hounds lying on the floor. At first glance, it may seem like they are sleeping. But after a second, one of them starts to make a noise which began a session of lazy howling. Why lazy howling? Because they’re too … Read more

K-9 Dog’s Life Is Saved By Doggy Blood Donations

K-9 officers contribute to the protection and improvement of our communities in a very real way. These brave dogs train alongside their human counterparts to help strengthen the neighborhoods they work in…it’s pretty incredible stuff. Robin is a Belgian Malinois who works as a K-9 officer in Monterey Park, California. While chasing down a suspect, Robin was stung over 50 times by a large swarm of bees. The venom soon caused her organs to start shutting down, and the brave … Read more

Dog Born With A Short Spine And No Neck Is Changing The Way We Think About Disabled Pets

  Just because a person or animal looks different than most others, it doesn’t mean they deserve any less love, companionship or kindness. Pig is a Chow-mix with a rare condition called “short spin syndrome,” resulting in no neck and disproportionate torso length, this sweet girl has an energetic affectionate personality, despite the physical challenges she faces. Pig often has to hop around like a bunny due to her condition, and basic things that many other dogs can do easily, … Read more

4 Ways To Cure Boredom And Increase Your Dog’s Smarts

[IHD_Mobile_Banner]  Mental fitness is just as important to a dog as physical exercise. If a dog isn’t mentally stimulated, it could lead to serious behavior issues. Some breeds were not created to sit idly by and watch the clouds pass overhead, they were meant to burst through the clouds and chase after the wisps. Here are some excellent brain exercises that take very little effort for humans and will keep a dog stimulated for hours.   1. Know the nose … Read more

How To Keep Your Dog Cool During The Dog Days Of Summer

[IHD_Mobile_Banner] The term “dog days of summer” indicate those incredibly hot afternoons where even the flies don’t buzz. Dogs find wherever they can to catch a slight breeze and a bit of cool in the heat of the sun. While most people know not to leave their dog in a car, no matter how short the trip, it still seems to be cause for caution as the days grow longer and temperatures begin to rise. Here are some other tips … Read more

Rescued Pit Bull Becomes A Foster Mom To 16 Puppies – And All Need Homes!

  [IHD_Mobile_Banner] Lacey, a pit bull mix was rescued by The Lake City Humane Society in Florida along with her only living puppy. With regular feeding and a foster family to care for her, she and her one puppy were slowly nursed back to health. After being saved, Lacey became a savior, taking on two litters of puppies that had been abandoned and nursing them as her own – a total of 17 puppies, including her pup. Lacey took the … Read more

BREAKING NEWS RECALL ALERT: OC Raw Dog Recalls Turkey & Produce Because of Salmonella Health Risk

[IHD_Mobile_Banner] According to the FDA (Food and Drug Administration), OC Raw Dog of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is voluntarily recalling 2,055 lbs. of Turkey & Produce Raw Frozen Canine Formulation, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.  This recall is a result of a routine sampling program by the Nebraska Department of Food and Agriculture which revealed a presumptive positive to Salmonella. OC Raw Dog has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA and the company … Read more

He Was Told His Rescued Puppy Wouldn’t Live Long So He Filmed Every Day They Had Left

The Pegasus Project is a video about a man’s rescued puppy named Pegasus. Pegasus is a puppy rescued from a backyard breeder. Dave Meinert was told that Pegasus wouldn’t live long. Most of her siblings either died after birth or were deformed. And if Pegasus lives, they say that she would go deaf and blind. But all that didn’t stop Dave from adopting and loving Pegasus. To chronicle the time they spend together, Dave started filming Pegasus everyday. Dave recorded … Read more

America Is Set To Get Its First Dog Rescue Cafe And Each Pup Will Be Available For Adoption

[IHD_Mobile_Banner] We’ve heard about cat cafes where cats lounge around and customers can enjoy a cup of coffee with cats sitting on their laps. It’s an adorable and brilliant idea to entice cat lovers to frequent the cafes. But would you ever go to a dog cafe? Animal rescuer Sarah Wolfgang has a very cool and awesome project in mind–The Dog Cafe, where customers will be able to enjoy a cup of great-tasting coffee while petting or cuddling next to … Read more

Husky Throws A Dramatic Tantrum At Bath Time

[IHD_Mobile_Banner] Does your dog hate bath time? Mine surely does! Well most dogs dread bath time, and they will do everything they can to avoid it. Some would run away, and others would hide. Well they can run and they can hide, but in the end, they are gonna get bathed one way or another! And since Huskies are a very talkative breed, we’ve seen and heard them protesting about bath time. There’s even that video of a Husky saying … Read more

Are We Misreading Cues From Our Furry Friends? Watch This!

We’ve seen a lot of videos of guilty dogs who have such adorable sorry faces. But do dogs really know that they’ve been naughty? Do they have a sense of morality like we humans do? Dr. Hare explains to us that sometimes we misread cues from our furry friends. We attribute human-like characteristics to our dogs, and we get upset with them if they do something we don’t approve. So can dogs really understand us? Or is there a breed … Read more

Finally, Scientific Proof That Our Brains Love Puppies And It’s Good For Our Health

[IHD_Mobile_Banner] They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. That’s why when we talk to someone significant in our lives, or when we talk about things that really matter, we look into each other’s eyes. The eyes can express different emotions. And by gazing into each other’s eyes, we bond with our loved ones; and that includes our dogs. We have such a deep emotional bond with our dogs because when we gaze into their beautiful big puppy … Read more

Puppy Bonds With The Most Unusual Friend At A Wildlife Park

[IHD_Mobile_Banner] We love animal friendships, especially when there’s an adorable and friendly dog involved. These cute animal friendships show us that despite differences, we can all get along. And here’s another adorable friendship we love–a budding friendship between a Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy and a Cheetah cub. Winston’s Wildlife Safari recently acquired a Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy, “Dayo,” as a companion animal for its cheetah cub, “Pancake.” These two will be raised together so they can get used to each other. In … Read more

City Lifts Pit Bull Ban After Dog Saves Domestic Abuse Victim

[IHD_Mobile_Banner] Hazel Park Michigan has lifted the ban against Pit Bulls after a heroic Pit Bull saved a woman from domestic abuse. Jamie Kraczkowski, a woman living in Hazel Park, was saved by her Pit Bull when her boyfriend attacked her. Her boyfriend was drunk, angry and eventually became violent. She was shoved against the wall and Ice, her beloved Pit Bull, grabbed the man’s pant leg and held on. When the authorities arrived, they told her that they typically … Read more

Police Dog Lost for 7 Days Goes Absolutely CRAZY When Reunited With His Human!

At long last, Thames the lost police dog from New Zealand, is back home! After 7 days of relentless searching, a police dog who was lost in New Zealand’s Tararua Ranges has been reunited with his handler, Constable Mike Wakefield. Though police dogs are trained to remain calm at all times, Thames just couldn’t help himself, he goes absolutely nuts when he’s finally reunited with his human! Thames was found after a search team consisting of 6 people tracked him … Read more

Man Reunites With Dog He Thought He’d Never See Again After Devastating Tornado

This video is all feels! You’re about to see the emotional moment a dog owner is reunited with the pup he lost in a tornado. The family was driving in their truck when the force of the tornado flipped over the vehicle. After the crash, their dog Tater ran away scared from the scene, as the family was rushed to the hospital to be checked for injuries. Amazingly, when they were finally able to return to the scene of the … Read more

She Saw A Garbage Bag Move And What Was Inside Broke Her Heart

[IHD_Mobile_Banner] In Messina Italy, two women were walking along a dry riverbed when they saw a dumped trashbag moving. They immediately knew something alive is inside it. They even heard soft cries from inside the bag. They tore the bag open; and they were shocked and heartbroken with what they saw. Inside the trashbag was a dog, with legs bound by an electrical wire. He was dumped near the river beside a dead calf. Linda Li, an animal rescuer was … Read more

This Shih Tzu Will Blow Your Mind When You See What She Can Do

They say a dog’s intelligence is on par with a two-year-old human. But maybe dogs can be smarter. Recently, we featured that incredibly intelligent Border Collie named Chaser who understands and remembers words and commands. With Chaser’s capabilities, could it mean that dogs can be smarter than toddlers? The Shih Tzu in the video below may be derpy, but he’s very smart! Everyone, meet Cooper! Cooper can put the correct shapes in the shape sorter, he can sort cotton reels … Read more

15 Dog Breeds That Love To Be Lazy

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All dogs need exercise, but some need a little bit more than others. Whether they get bored easily or are better athletes, some breeds are completely unsuitable for the couch potato life. But others tend to sleep more often than not. These dogs are better companions for apartment life or laid-back humans. So, if you’re looking for one of the many lazy dog breeds, this list is for you. But it’s important to remember that even lazy dogs need to … Read more

You Haven’t Lived Until You’ve Seen A Group Of Corgi Puppies Running In Slow Motion…

[IHD_Mobile_Banner] There’s just something about puppies that puts an instant smile on my face. Puppies running? Ear-to-ear grin. Corgi puppies running…in slow motion? My face might be stuck like this forever… If you’ve had a rough day or a rough week or if you simply need a few minutes of adorable distraction, this video is the remedy you’ve been looking for. In it, we are treated to the sight of several Corgi puppies blissfully running through a grassy field. Doggie … Read more

My Dog Is Limping. What Could It Be? Do I Really Need To See A Vet?

Dogs are active, fun and underfoot.  Their proximity to everything we do can put them in harm’s way. I see puppies stepped on and dogs hit by cars and bikes. It happens to everyone. My own dog twisted her leg somehow and fractured it right before my eyes. When I looked at her at first, I never imagined that I would find a fracture on her radiograph (x-ray), but there it was. There are also disease processes that can cause … Read more

25 Wrinkly Bulldogs We Want To Snuggle With Immediately

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After Bringing Motherless Kittens Home, They Were Completely Shocked When Their Dog Did This

[IHD_Mobile_Banner] Mother’s day may be over, but we will never get tired of sweet mother dogs who are caring not only to their own offspring, but even extend their love to other babies who need their help. Just like the Chihuahua in the video below. Two abandoned kittens were brought to a shelter and a vet tech named Jamie Apfel, brought them home with the intention of bottle-feeding them. But when she turned around, her pet Chihuahua named Lucy Liu, … Read more

Breaking News: GoPro On Search & Rescue Dogs In Nepal Shows Unbelievable Devastation And Daring Rescues

[IHD_Mobile_Banner]   We are all saddened by the tragedy that happened in Nepal. The country was hit not by one, but two earthquakes. The damages are tremendous and the death toll is rising. But we are all hopeful that all the survivors will be found. The world is united in helping Nepal get through this terrible tragedy. And it’s not just people who are there to help. Rescue dogs are playing a vital role in searching and locating survivors who may … Read more

When Her Owner Says “I love you!” This Husky Responds In The Most Unbelievable Way

[IHD_Mobile_Banner]  From head nuzzles to belly rubs to snuggle sessions, dogs and their humans communicate our love for each other in lots of ways. Typically, one of those ways is not actual conversation…but as with most things, there are always exceptions! You’re about to meet an amazing dog, a Husky named Mishka, who makes noises that phonetically resemble the sound of words. The result? A hilarious, heartwarming exchange between human and fur baby. When Mishka’s owner says “I love you!” … Read more

Can Dogs Really Empathize With Our Feelings? You May Be Surprised With These Findings…

[IHD_Mobile_Banner]  At the end of a long and exhausting day, we can always count on our dogs to make us smile. Somehow, we feel that our dogs know exactly how we feel. When we are sad, they look sad too, and they try to cheer us up. They look worried when we cry, and when we are sick, they cuddle with us to make us feel better. But do dogs really know how to empathize? Believe it or not, people … Read more